Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup mustard seeds
  • 3 tablespoons coriander seeds
  • 2 tablespoons whole allspice
  • 2 teaspoons crushed red pepper
  • 2 teaspoons whole cloves
  • 1/4 teaspoon black peppercorns
  • 6 bay leaves, crumbled
  • 2 gallons water
  • 3/4 cup salt
  • 3 tablespoons paprika
  • 2 tablespoons ground red pepper
  • 12 small red potatoes (about 12 ounces)
  • 4 onions, halved
  • 4 lemons, halved
  • 4 whole garlic heads
  • 4 ears shucked corn, halved crosswise
  • 6 pounds live crawfish

Method

  • Place first 7 ingredients on a double layer of cheesecloth. Gather edges of cheesecloth together; tie securely.
  • Combine cheesecloth bag, water, salt, All That Jazz Seasoning, paprika, and ground red pepper in an extra-large stockpot, and bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 15 minutes.
  • Add the potatoes, onions, lemons, and garlic. Cover and return to a boil; cook 10 minutes. Add the corn and crawfish. Cover and return to a boil; cook 15 minutes or until done. Let stand 30 minutes. Drain; discard cheesecloth bag.